jump-starting

present participle of jump-start
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to an intentionally provocative comment that was supposed to jump-start the discussion

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stimulating
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  • Fiber helps increase feelings of fullness by slowing digestion and stimulating the release of satiety hormones.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Another highlight of the month is Pluto’s shift direct in Aquarius on October 13, which supercharges your joy sector, stimulating feelings of romance, creativity, play, and pleasure.
    Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Jump-starting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jump-starting. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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